Electric Dryer Rebates in Massachusetts (2026)

The federal HOMES and HEAR rebates have not launched in Massachusetts, so no federal electric dryer rebate can be claimed there today. This page sets out what the programmes will pay once they open, alongside the state and utility rebates that are available now.

Status not confirmed. We could not confirm the current status of Massachusetts's HOMES and HEAR programs from an official government source, so the amounts below should be read as the federal framework rather than as a confirmed Massachusetts offer. The Department of Energy Resources' own federal funding page still describes the application stage and states that DOE approval of the State Implementation Blueprint is required before the programs can launch. It does not announce that either program is open, and part of the delivery is planned through Mass Save. Check with the administering agency before starting a project. Source: Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER).

Programme status and income limits on this page were last checked against official state and federal sources on 31 July 2026. These programmes change without notice.

Varies Max HEAR Rebate

Status not confirmed HOMES Status (MA)

Status not confirmed HEAR Status (MA)

5 Utility Programs

HEAR Electric Dryer Rebate in Massachusetts

Status: Status not confirmed

We could not confirm from an official source whether HEAR is open in Massachusetts. Check with the administering agency before relying on the figures below.

HOMES Rebate for Electric Dryer in Massachusetts

Status: Status not confirmed

Massachusetts's HOMES programme is not available today. When it launches, a electric dryer installed as part of a whole-home retrofit could qualify for rebates up to $8,000.

Electric Dryer in Massachusetts: What’s Available in 2026

Electric clothes dryers, including heat pump dryers, qualify for up to $840 in HEAR rebates. Heat pump dryers are significantly more energy-efficient than conventional models and are becoming increasingly popular as part of home electrification upgrades.

Massachusetts State Programs for Electric Dryer

Mass Save

Massachusetts' flagship energy efficiency program, jointly administered by the state's gas and electric utilities, including National Grid, Eversource, Berkshire Gas, Cape Light Compact, Liberty Utilities, and Unitil. Mass Save funds no-cost home energy assessments, rebates on heating and cooling equipment, insulation, and water heaters, plus the HEAT Loan financing program.

Amount: $2,650/ton up to $8,500 for whole-home heat pump systems; $1,125/ton up to $8,500 for mini-splits; up to $1,500 for heat pump water heaters; 75–100% off insulation and air sealing costs

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Mass Save Income-Eligible Program

Enhanced version of Mass Save for income-eligible households. Qualifying homeowners can receive significantly higher rebates and may be eligible for free equipment and installation at no cost, depending on household income and the recommended upgrades.

Amount: Free improvements for qualifying households, including no-cost heat pump installations (100% covered) and full weatherization services; moderate-income enhanced rebate up to $16,000 for heat pumps

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MassCEC Clean Heating and Cooling Program

Additional state incentives administered by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center for ground-source (geothermal) heat pumps and certain air-source systems. This program complements Mass Save rebates for households installing higher-cost geothermal systems. Check MassCEC directly for current program availability and amounts, as this program has periodically opened and closed to new applications.

Amount: Up to $15,000 for ground-source heat pumps (standard); $25,000 for moderate-income. Verify current availability at masscec.com.

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Mass Save HEAT Loan

The HEAT Loan program offers 0% interest financing for eligible energy efficiency and electrification upgrades completed through Mass Save. Available to Massachusetts homeowners and renters who complete a qualifying home energy assessment, the loan covers heat pumps, insulation, heat pump water heaters, and weatherization measures. No interest charged, you repay only what you borrow.

Amount: 0% interest financing up to $25,000; repayment terms vary by lender (typically 5–7 years)

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Utility Electric Dryer Rebates in Massachusetts

These utility companies in Massachusetts may offer additional rebates for electric dryer installations. Utility rebates can typically be stacked with HEAR and HOMES rebates.

Mass Save (statewide)

The statewide programme behind almost every Massachusetts rebate. Whichever of the eight sponsoring utilities serves your address, you reach the same set of incentives through Mass Save, plus the 0% interest HEAT Loan and a no-cost home energy assessment.

National Grid (Massachusetts)

As a Mass Save sponsor, National Grid offers $2,650/ton up to $8,500 for whole-home heat pump installations, $1,125/ton up to $8,500 for mini-splits, 75–100% off insulation and air sealing, heat pump water heater rebates up to $1,500, and no-cost home energy assessments.

Eversource (Massachusetts)

Mass Save sponsor providing $2,650/ton up to $8,500 for qualifying whole-home heat pump systems, $1,125/ton for mini-splits, generous insulation rebates (75–100% off), and access to the income-eligible enhanced program (up to $16,000) throughout eastern Massachusetts and other service areas.

Cape Light Compact

Cape Light Compact is the Mass Save sponsor for Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard. Customers have access to the same Mass Save rebate amounts ($2,650/ton up to $8,500 for whole-home heat pumps), plus income-qualified community-based offers that can cover 100% of air-source heat pump costs and up to $25,000 for ground-source systems. Oak Bluffs and Tisbury residents receive 100% insulation/air sealing coverage regardless of income.

Unitil (Massachusetts)

Unitil serves customers in Fitchburg and surrounding areas of north-central Massachusetts. As a Mass Save sponsor, Unitil customers qualify for the same heat pump rebates ($2,650/ton up to $8,500 whole-home, $1,125/ton for mini-splits), insulation incentives, HEAT Loan financing, and no-cost home energy assessments available through the statewide program.

Income Eligibility for Electric Dryer Rebates in Massachusetts

Your eligibility for the maximum electric dryer rebate depends on your household income relative to the Area Median Income (AMI) in your area.

Area	80% AMI (Family of 4)	150% AMI (Family of 4)
Middlesex County	$137,100	$257,000
Worcester County	$105,350	$197,500
Essex County	$106,800	$200,200
Bristol County	$89,700	$168,100
Plymouth County	$107,750	$202,000
Hampden County	$105,200	$197,200

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Federal and state rebate programmes launch, pause, change their amounts and run out of funds without notice, and eligibility rules differ by county, household size, housing type and sometimes by region within a state. Most programmes also refuse to pay for work completed before their launch date.

Confirm your eligibility and the current terms directly with the administering agency, and get written confirmation, before you sign a contract or buy equipment. Where this page cites an official source, that source governs. If you spot something out of date, tell us and we will correct it.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I get for a electric dryer in Massachusetts?

Nothing yet. HEAR is status not confirmed in Massachusetts, so no federal electric dryer rebate can be claimed there today, and rebates are generally not paid for work completed before a programme launches. Once it opens, the federal framework allows up to varies for households at or below 80% of Area Median Income, and 50% of the cost up to the same cap for households between 80% and 150% AMI. Utility rebates may be available now regardless.

Is the HEAR program open in Massachusetts for electric dryer rebates?

The HEAR status in Massachusetts is: Status not confirmed. No application is possible today. Check the official programme page rather than relying on a contractor telling you otherwise.

Can I combine electric dryer rebates with other incentives in Massachusetts?

Not yet. Neither HEAR nor HOMES has launched in Massachusetts, so there is no federal rebate to stack there today. Once they open you will typically be able to combine them with each other, with state programmes like Mass Save, and with utility rebates. Combined incentives generally cannot exceed 100% of the project cost, and the same measure cannot always be claimed twice.

What income qualifies for the maximum electric dryer rebate in Massachusetts?

To qualify for the maximum rebate, your household income must be at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) for your county in Massachusetts. For example, in Middlesex County, 80% AMI for a family of 4 is $137,100. Households between 80% and 150% AMI receive 50% of costs up to the cap.

How much is the rebate for an electric dryer?

The HEAR program provides up to $840 for electric clothes dryers. Households at or below 80% AMI get 100% of costs covered up to the cap. Households between 80-150% AMI get 50% of costs. Heat pump dryers and standard electric dryers both qualify.

What is a heat pump dryer and should I get one?

A heat pump dryer recycles hot air instead of venting it outside, using about 50% less energy than conventional dryers. They run at lower temperatures, which is gentler on clothes. They cost more upfront ($800-$1,400 vs. $400-$800 for standard electric) but save $50-$100 per year in energy costs. The HEAR rebate can offset the price difference.

Do I need a 240V outlet for an electric dryer?

Most standard electric dryers require a 240V outlet. If you're switching from a gas dryer, you'll likely need a new 240V circuit installed. The cost of this wiring may be covered separately under the $2,500 HEAR wiring rebate, in addition to the $840 dryer rebate.